Five new early stage startup businesses have been accepted into the Lehigh Valley LaunchBox program at Penn State Lehigh Valley, where they will receive micro-grants, business development support and workspace to help them get established.

Along with online sales, Lehigh Products sells its specialty food products at its new Emmaus location and added a cafe and space for cooking and baking lessons.

Schnecksville-based KidsPeace, a nonprofit that provides foster care, residential treatment and psychological services for children around the country has officially named Michael Slack as president and CEO.

Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority officials agreed to accept four grants totaling $20,786,225 from the Federal Aviation Administration, with funds coming from the federal Airport Improvement Program. They will help the airport improve and upgrade its main runway.

The United Way of Lebanon County has named Brooke Smith as its new CEO. She is replacing Kenny Montijo, who left the position in May.

The growth of Lower Macungie Township has attracted some new retail tenants over the past few years with the opening of the massive Hamilton Crossings outdoor shopping center in 2016. Next year, a Taco Bell and office building are expected to open near the center.

Mid Penn Bank is seeking regulatory approval to open a new branch in Hazle Township, Luzerne County, according to a company statement.

Rite Aid has launched RediClinic Express, a virtual health care kiosk, available in  southeastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey sites.

Lehigh Valley Hospital−Cedar Crest has been recognized as a “Best Hospital” for 2019-20 by U.S. News & World Report, according to a July 30 press release.

Red Bank, New Jersey-based Maser Consulting, which has a local office in Hanover Township, Lehigh County, has acquired a lab-testing firm, Craig Testing Laboratories of Mays Landing, New Jersey.